Ultimate Yummiest Ever Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Ultimate Yummiest Ever Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) container light sour cream; 1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese, softened; 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies; 4 large green onions, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cups diced cooked chicken; 2 cups packed grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces); 8 8-inch flour tortillas; enchilada sauce (your recipe or mine Enchilada Sauce Enchilada Sauce or prepared canned sauce); additional chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) container light sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese, softened
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies
4 large green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups packed grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
8 8-inch flour tortillas
enchilada sauce (your recipe or mine Enchilada Sauce Enchilada Sauce or prepared canned sauce)
additional chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

1
Pour 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
2
Mix 1 3/4 cups sour cream, softened cream cheese, chilies, green onions, 1/2 cup cilantro and cumin in large bowl.
3
Mix in chicken and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
4
Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Spoon generous 1/2 cup filling down center of each tortilla.
6
Roll up each tortilla, enclosing filling.
7
Arrange enchiladas seam side down in prepared dish.
8
(This can be prepared ahead, covered and chilled.) Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
9
Pour enchilada sauce over enchiladas.
10
Cover and bake until sauce bubbles and enchiladas are heated through, about 45 minutes.
11
Uncover, sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese and bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
12
If desired, top with remaining sour cream and garnish with cilantro, if desired.

1341

kcal

Calories

Fat

166

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) container light sour cream, 1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese, softened, 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, 4 large green onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Ultimate Yummiest Ever Chicken Enchiladas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ultimate Yummiest Ever Chicken Enchiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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